Although both services are needed to maintain the highest standard, choosing which cleaning service is needed can sometimes prove difficult. It is important to know what to look for when choosing your window cleaning provider.
Whilst one-off cleaning solutions provide deep, intensive cleans for specific situations, scheduled maintenance ensures consistent standards month after month. Both approaches are proven to support brand image, elevate the visitor experience, and contribute to long-term property care.
The Visual Impact of Clean Windows
Clean windows are crucial for visual appearances, not only for the brand and sales but also for visitors’ emotions and thoughts. Pairing scheduled window cleaning services with one-off window cleaning solutions helps keep these positive images.
Impact on First Impressions
First impressions matter, especially in the corporate world when trying to gain new clientele or customers.
Marketing researchers found that there is a positive relationship between buildings which appear clean and the feeling of pleasure, trust and attributed prestige. People buy from brands they have positive connotations about that they believe are professional and caring.
Exterior windows are the first building fixture which visitors see when entering your building. This first impression affects the rest of the visitor’s journey and is crucial to ensure their first impression is positive.
Enhancing Building Presentation
Window cleaning notably enhances your building presentation by improving its aesthetic appeal and professional image.
Here are a few keyways window cleaning services enhance your buildings presentation:
- Enhanced Curb Appeal: Clean windows make the exterior of the building look bright, shiny and modern. Important for buildings wanting to attract people from the outside in.
- Prevents Long-term Damage and Increased Property Value: Regular cleaning removes corrosive elements such as dirt, grime, acid rain, and hard water deposits that can etch and damage the glass and frames over time.
- Maximised Natural Light: Dirty windows block sunlight, making interior spaces appear darker, smaller, and less inviting. Clean windows maximise the amount of natural light provided inside the building, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere.
Window cleaning services can also be beneficial operations and brand image. Read more about this in the following blogs:
What’s Included in a One-off Window Cleaning Service?
One-off window cleaning is a standalone service, but there is more involved that what meets the eye. One-off ad hoc solutions can deliver intense cleans which address areas which can be missed through a standard service.
Interior and Exterior Glass Cleaning
A professional ad hoc window clean can include a thorough sanitisation and clean of all accessible internal and external glazing. From full-height windows and partition screens to glass doors and lifts.
Allow one-off cleans of these building fixtures allow the areas of your building to be consistent. With this standard of consistency, your visitors and employees will have a positive experience and journey.
Emergency Call Outs
Ad hoc window services are usually requested for emergency solutions. Some buildings may require emergency window cleaning for:
- Graffiti removal
- Event preparation
- Post-Construction/renovation cleaning
- After extreme weather conditions
- End-of-Lease or tenancy changes
- Addressing specific issues, such as hard water stains, mineral deposits, bird droppings, or vandalism
Through requesting ad hoc cleaning, this can tackle property damage costs and building deterioration.
What’s Included in a Scheduled Window Cleaning Service
Scheduling window cleaning solutions provides a beneficial long-term service to provide and maintain consistent high standards throughout the year. Scheduled services are highly reliable, cost-effective and essential for building maintenance.
Regular Interior and Exterior Window Maintenance
Similar to one-off cleaning, scheduled window services include interior and exterior maintenance. However, the way in which the services are carried out and the timing differ:
- Monthly, bi-monthly, or quarterly exterior cleans
- Six-monthly or annual internal cleaning
- Tailored plans based on footfall, pollution levels, and building height
- Use of abseiling, water-fed poles, or access platforms depending on requirements
Research by Brightly showed that using scheduled preventative cleaning can reduce costs by 12-18%. Providing the services with a clearly defined schedule helps minimise the reliance on ad hoc cleaning requests.
Ongoing Frame and Sill Upkeep
Unlike one-off cleaning services, scheduled cleaning ensures frames and sills are consistently maintained. Including this service will ensure the following issues are prevented:
- Accumulating debris
- Water leaks
- Corrosion
- Mould growth
- Reduced window lifespan
Regular maintenance supports a healthier indoor environment and reduces long-term structural wear.
Custom Cleaning Frequency
Cleaning frequency and timing differs from building to building. Some building may suffer more than others with weather damage depending on the height and location of the building, whilst others may suffer from regular graffiti art damage. Other factors can include:
- Location: City centre, industrial area, coastal region
- Design: Large expanses of glass, atriums, skylights
- Usage: Offices, retail, hospitality, healthcare
- Footfall: Higher footfall buildings require a higher frequency
Your cleaning provider will analyse the building situations and requirements before a cleaning contract is awarded. Based on this analysis, your provider will recommend a schedule which will ensure your building can expericne the highest standard of cleanliness and care.
Need help getting started?
Choosing between services can often prove difficult. By consulting with a trusted service provider, we can select the best solution to maintain your building to the highest standard.
Speak with our expert team today to find out more about how we can tailor our cleaning services to your needs.